ADVERTISEMENTSinchong told fishermen Philippine and Chinese leaders are working together “to bury the hatchet” over Scarborough, a rich fishing ground. Liu said the Chinese government is offering the fishermen training on aquaculture in China to provide a livelihood source aside from just fishing. According to Liu, Xi directed him to talk with Filipino fishermen and offer the Chinese government’s help for those displaced by the territorial row. Liu invited fishermen to undergo training on aquaculture in China. “China is the number one aquaculture country in the world and 80 percent of our fish are cultured so we will help you develop aquaculture facilities here,” he said.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer November 13, 2016 16:31 UTC